Friday just wasn't the day for Wilkes-Barre's offense. They lost 9-0 to the Pittston Patriots on Friday. The loss continues a trend for Wilkes-Barre in their matchups with Pittston: they've now lost six in a row.
For Pittston's part, Gianna Adams was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out 19 over seven innings pitched. Adams has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than 11 strikeouts in ten consecutive pitching appearances. Adams was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gabby Gorzkowski, who went 3-for-4 with four RBI, two doubles, and a run. Another player making a difference was Julia Mehal, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Wilkes-Barre's defeat dropped their record down to 8-8. As for Pittston, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 11-0.
Coincidentally, the pair will both be playing Hazleton Area the next time they take the field. Pittston will head out to face Hazleton Area at 4:15 p.m. on Monday, while Wilkes-Barre will host them at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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